Recall 12V-495: 2011–2012 Van Hool C2045, 2011 Van Hool T2140 and 1 more
VAN HOOL N.V. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Oct 12, 2012, covering about 138 vehicles.
The problem
Van Hool is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 C2045, and model year 2011 T2140 and T2145 motorcoaches manufactured from September 2010 through September 2011, equipped with a Daimler DD13 engine without ground cables installed on the Prestolite AC172 alternators. Internal corrosion may cause the alternator components to overheat.
The risk
If the alternator overheats, the components may melt, possibly resulting in smoke and creating the potential risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Van Hool through their US agent, ABC Bus, Inc., will notify owners, and dealers will add external ground cables to the alternators, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 5, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for ABC Bus, Inc. toll free at 1-877-427-7278.
Notes
Van Hool's recall campaign number is P701.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VAN HOOL N.V. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V495000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Van Hool C2045 | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Van Hool T2140 | 2011 | All years |
| Van Hool T2145 | 2011 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V-495?
Van Hool is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 C2045, and model year 2011 T2140 and T2145 motorcoaches manufactured from September 2010 through September 2011, equipped with a Daimler DD13 engine without ground cables installed on the Prestolite AC172 alternators. Internal corrosion may cause the alternator components to overheat.
How is recall 12V-495 fixed?
Van Hool through their US agent, ABC Bus, Inc., will notify owners, and dealers will add external ground cables to the alternators, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 5, 2012. Owners may contact the warranty administrator for ABC Bus, Inc. toll free at 1-877-427-7278.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.